In this new tome, Sallans is both steadfast and explorative, processing what activism and visibility mean today, from the shock of social media challengers to the changing priorities of gender diverse youth.
After reaching nine years on testosterone, and nine years into my transition, I’m sitting here, a trans man, trying to remember the moments that led up to my very first injection. Sometimes I take my past for granted and avoid self-reflection, but an anniversary is always a good time to think about how things have…
Every tick of the clock that is sitting next to you is a reminder of time moving forward. With each second that passes you are getting closer to the day you felt would never come; the day you meet with a medical provider to begin hormone therapy. Prior to this appointment you may feel nervous,…
There are a lot of things that can be extremely frustrating for transgender individuals who are considering, seeking or beginning a transition. Finding a therapist is one of them. Before I go further, I want to say I am pro-therapy. To me, therapy is different than the mental health assessment that is described in the…